one world • many stories

A blog about nature, family, creativity and community.

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The Stories Our Homes Tell

I received the silver tray as a wedding gift thirty-three years ago. I already had the glass cloche, but I wondered what I could display inside.

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It’s time to celebrate one of the most fascinating creatures in the ocean. Everything about sharks!

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This photo shows my brother Brett and me at his college graduation. He was killed by a drunk driver when he was 37.

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A proud paratrooper, a little dog named Shane, and a moment I won’t forget. 🇺🇸

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It’s Graduation time! This letter to our graduates might be just the prompt you're looking for.

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Pay attention as we go through life at its own pace.

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Our nephew, Grayson, tragically passed away in a car accident. He truly embodied the values of respect, humility, and kindness.

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Joyful sound for today.

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This photo captures Oliver’s personality.

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When talking about Unitarians, there is no single answer to their beliefs, but they are taking action to build a better world.

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October marks two years since I started working out at The Y!

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My birthday is overflowing with happiness—I’m excited to introduce our new chocolate lab, Oliver!